Oh Be Joyful Campground
About this site
Overview Approximately 5 miles from Crested Butte, Colorado, Oh Be Joyful Campground is a 30-unit campground along the Slate River. The campground itself gets its name from nearby Oh Be Joyful Creek that features massive waterfalls and colorful wildflowers in the summer months. The campground is located at approximately 9,000 feet in elevation and the views are spectacular. Recreation This premier area is known for camping, fishing, horseback riding, sight-seeing, hiking/walking, water play, kayaking, mountain biking, wildflower viewing, and motorized recreational uses. A foot bridge allows visitors to access the west side of the Slate River to hike along Oh Be Joyful Creek and into the Raggeds Wilderness. Facilities This premier area is known for camping, fishing, horseback riding, sight-seeing, hiking/walking, water play, kayaking, mountain biking, wildflower viewing, and motorized recreational uses. A foot bridge allows visitors to access the west side of the Slate River to hike along Oh Be Joyful Creek and into the Raggeds Wilderness. Natural Features The campground sits directly on the east bank of the Slate River and is nestled in a valley with mountains on either side of the valley. Due to the abundance of moisture in the spring and early summer, wildflowers are abundant. Look for our State flower the Columbine and other species including Indian Paintbrush and Avalanche Lilies. Nearby Attractions Additional Info: This 30-unit campground was recently renovated and has 14 RV campsites, 15 walk-in tent campsites, one walk-in group campsite, and 3 vault restrooms. Each campsite has a parking space, metal fire ring, picnic table, tent pad, and bear-proof food storage locker. No drinking water, electric hookups, or trash service available; pack out trash. Access road (BLM Road 3220) is steep and rough, not suitable for large low-clearance RVs. Reservations recommended as it is often full. Quiet hours 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No cell service.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
- Hike-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
- Pet Friendly
- Fire Rings
Contact
Location
38.914376, -107.032762
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